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Edgar Allan Poe
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Edgar Allan Poe was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic who is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales involving mystery and the macabre. He is widely reg
Poe in 1849
Poe in 1849
Plaque marking the approximate location of Poe's birth on Carver Street in Boston
Plaque marking the approximate location of Poe's birth on Carver Street in Boston
In May 1827, Poe enlisted in the U.S. Army, where he was first stationed at Fort Independence in Boston.
In May 1827, Poe enlisted in the U.S. Army, where he was first stationed at Fort Independence in Boston.
In 1835, at age 26, Poe obtained a license to marry his cousin Virginia Clemm, who was then aged 13; they were married for 11 years until her death.
In 1835, at age 26, Poe obtained a license to marry his cousin Virginia Clemm, who was then aged 13; they were married for 11 years until her death.
David Poe Jr.
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David Poe Jr. was an American actor and the father of Edgar Allan Poe.
Edgar Allan Poe
…living exclusively through writing, which resulted in a financially difficult life and career. Poe was born in Boston. He was the second child of actors David and Eliza Poe. His father abandoned the family in 1810, and when Eliza died the following year, Poe was taken in by John and Frances Allan of Richmond…
Playbill for The Curfew, presented "For the Benefit of Mr. and Mrs. Poe" on May 27, 1807
Playbill for The Curfew, presented "For the Benefit of Mr. and Mrs. Poe" on May 27, 1807